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A Visual Introduction to the Fourth Dimension (Rectangular 4D Geometry)

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This colorful, visual introduction to the fourth dimension provides a clear explanation of the concepts and numerous illustrations. It is written with a touch of personality that makes this an engaging read instead of a dry math text. The content is very accessible, yet at the same time detailed enough to satisfy the interests of advanced readers. This book is devoted to geometry; there are no spiritual or religious components to this book. May you enjoy your journey into the fascinating world of the fourth dimension!

Contents:

  • Introduction
  • Chapter 0: What Is a Dimension?
  • Chapter 1: Dimensions Zero and One
  • Chapter 2: The Second Dimension
  • Chapter 3: Three-Dimensional Space
  • Chapter 4: A Fourth Dimension of Space
  • Chapter 5: Tesseracts and Hypercubes
  • Chapter 6: Hypercube Patterns
  • Chapter 7: Planes and Hyperplanes
  • Chapter 8: Tesseracts in Perspective
  • Chapter 9: Rotations in 4D Space
  • Chapter 10: Unfolding a Tesseract
  • Chapter 11: Cross Sections of a Tesseract
  • Chapter 12: Living in a 4D House
  • Further Reading
  • Glossary
  • About the Author

Put on your spacesuit, strap on your safety harness, swallow your anti-nausea medicine, and enjoy this journey into a fourth dimension of space! 10D, 9D, 8D, 7D, 6D, 5D, 4D, 3D, 2D, 1D, 0D. Blast off!

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Product Details
Topher Books
0615750044 / 9780615750040
Paperback / softback
19/01/2013
94 pages
216 x 279 mm, 240 grams
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